Overview
- Detroit claimed veteran safety Jalen Mills off waivers from the Texans after he appeared in four games and made one start this season.
- The Lions waived tight end Hayden Rucci to open a 53-man spot, leaving Anthony Firkser as the lone tight end after Ross Dwelley was released earlier in the week.
- Detroit also signed veteran safety Damontae Kazee to the practice squad earlier this week to bolster experience on the back end.
- The moves follow season-ending surgery for starting safety Brian Branch, with Terrion Arnold also sidelined as he undergoes shoulder surgery.
- Pro Bowl safety Kerby Joseph practiced Wednesday after two months out and could return against the Rams, while Thomas Harper was limited in his concussion recovery as Detroit sits 8-5 entering Sunday in Los Angeles.